2023 Nissan Rogue engine and engine cooling problems
122 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine and engine cooling on the 2023 Nissan Rogue — 17% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2023 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while driving 15 MPH uphill, the vehicle stalled and went into LIMP Mode, with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was restarted; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where…”
filed Sep 8, 2026
“The contact owns a 2023 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that after the son started the vehicle, white exhaust smoke suddenly emerged from the engine compartment and entered the vehicle's cabin. The engine was turned off, and the vehicle was towed to a dealer. The dealer diagnosed that the engine…”
filed Aug 28, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- Increased temperatures can break down the engine oil, which may cause the engine bearings…Campaign 26V080000 · Feb 11, 2026
- Engine bearings may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine failureCampaign 25V437000 · Jun 27, 2025
Engine and Engine Cooling problems in other Rogue years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Rogue | 2 | 1% |
| 2024 Rogue | 6 | 3% |
| 2022 Rogue | 42 | 16% |
| 2021 Rogue | 12 | 4% |
| 2018 Rogue | 1 | 0% |
| 2016 Rogue | 2 | 0% |
| 2015 Rogue | 1 | 0% |
| 2014 Rogue | 1 | 0% |
| 2013 Rogue | 5 | 1% |
| 2012 Rogue | 2 | 1% |
| 2011 Rogue | 2 | 1% |
| 2010 Rogue | 5 | 2% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2023 Nissan Rogue
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.